The Subtle...zzzzzzz....mind

The subtle mind was a difficult one for me.  There were so many distractions that I was unable to give the proper amount of concentration to the exercise...at first.   Then after threatening to add the extra heat ( hot pepper) to dinner tonight....nah really just had to put the ears in and close my eyes.

This still took a little doing but finally managed to do the exercise.  Well I fell asleep!  This is amazing that I was able to let things go to that extent.  Even from the events of the day.  My husband asked if I had a good nap....lol

The loving kindness allowed me to relax...then the subtle mind...I suppose that I finally just let everything go...even though my nap was short I have not felt that rested in years...

I also let a friend of mine listen to it to see if she could gain some relief from the stress that she has in her life at the moment...maybe not sleep...but a rest from the stress of the her day.  The exercise gave her a sense of calm, then I gave her her my normal listening medicine!  Now we shall see what she thinks! ahh ha...she enjoyed the spirit dreams as well....almost fell asleep listening to it!  It has such a calming effect on her as well..

I believe that a calm mind and spirit is essential to help guide those in very difficult situations.  Meditation allows the mind to relax, gain perspective on difficult problems, allowing the mind to find solutions that may not have thought of before.  When the mind is free...the brain can relax...the mental stress can be put aside...and the physical well being can be gained....the decrease in the stress can decrease the chance of high blood pressure, in turn can lower the chances of heart disease...and the decreased reasons for stress eating...these are only a few of the benefits that can come from allowing the mind, body and mind to relax and decrease the amount of stress that is placed on the body on a daily basis.

Music Requests ......

Music to relax by....or I do!  

Wolf magic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F3aGdePbTTA

 Spirit Dreams http://www.last.fm/music/Tomas+Walker/Spirit+Dreams

 These were requested by some of the students in the class...and so that you can enjoy the music...

 This one of the celtic of the highlands that you can sample the music...


 http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/johnmockmusic3

Ahh the Experience

Ahh the Experience....

This particular relaxation exercise was not like the chore the past exercises seem to have been.  I welcomed the distraction as there have been a few new ripples in my life...this weeks exercise seem to be better...I was able to relax a little more..but I still hate the "instructions".  I know this is supposed to help me with direction of the exercise, the road that I am to follow...with that said..I was able to relate with the music this time, it must have been the flute that was used.  This is similar to the music that I listen to now.  I still have a difficult time relating the first exercise subtle mind.  The second one was a bit more difficult..as I have several of my family that is ill...and it seems that my heart is very heavy.  

THE WORKOUT.....

The concept of the mental workout...hmm if we are able to relax and clear the mind...release the worries that seem to clog the mind..that we can let go of the hurt..pain ...and frustrations that come with life.  

After the mind is clear, relaxed and free of debris of the world, we are better suited to make difficult decisions, focus, and allow the body to release the toxins that come with stress that may lead to premature illness and disease.

 

Reflections

Reflections of my physical wellbeing will be a bit lower than it should…about a 5..I have to get my body back to healthier state…Feeling run down, tight, and a bit more of me than I would care for…My spiritual wellbeing…3…I really had to stop and think about this one, after the major losses that I have had to endure in such a short period of time has really hit me hard.  Thinking about my life, choices that I have made, and some that I wish I could turn the clock back.  As it is now, I stand by those…that at the time with the information that was available I still believe that the correct choices were made.  Psychological wellbeing…3...this is another one that I needed to ponder.  I have been having more difficulty than I would care to admit when it comes to some of the issues I have faced in the past.  I know that it may have been some years ago with some, but the impact has lasted longer than it should have.  I guess that is my fault for the lack of guts to hit the situation head on.  But it was just not me that I had to think about.

I have set several goals for the physical issues that I am faced with, if it’s going to get better (or worse) I have only myself to blame…I have adopted a shelter dog, and we have started out with slow walks and time outside, we have to take it slow since he has had “the operation”  and I have to be careful of the length I walk….do not want to re injure the foot or knee!!  Not even going there….just insert a little giggle for yourself here….spiritual goal, I need to let God heal my heart.  I have so many that depend on my guidance to place their loved ones final days with me, and to help them with the process of the loved ones last journey, and to help them continue with their own is a difficult one…Allowing myself the time to heal…so that I can continue to help others…psychological..ahh yet another place I would rather not go…but if I must…I shall…reestablish the connection with my counselor and get on board with a plan that is more proactive, than allowing myself to retreat back into those dark places we only hear about.

 The physical, I am starting (again slow for a couple of reasons) to start working toward a healthier lifestyle all together!  But that too must start with that difficult first step.  The spirit...allowing myself time to recharge….time for myself to meditate and pray to allow God to work more in my life so that I can overcome the challenges that he has brought to my life.  Psychological……this remains like a stick in the mud for me…..I wish I could let things go or find ways that I can confront what is truly running me scared! 

I really tried this…several times…it was so frustrating…I know that his voice is supposed to be relaxing but I just cannot get to that happy place with this guy talking!  So as I have done before I have popped in one of my CDs (Spirit dreams or Wolf Magic) and allow my body to relax with these visions that are created in my mind’s eye as they play.